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Be A Better You
Allison K. Dagney
190 episodes
23 hours ago
Send us a text After emotional abuse, solitude can feel like safety. You tell yourself, I’m fine on my own. I don’t need anyone. But what if that fierce independence—the “lone wolf” mindset—is actually what’s keeping you from healing? In this episode, author and subconscious-reprogramming coach Allison K. Dagney exposes the hidden cost of trying to heal alone. You’ll learn why isolation keeps your nervous system in survival mode, how hyper-independence is a trauma response, and what happens w...
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Send us a text After emotional abuse, solitude can feel like safety. You tell yourself, I’m fine on my own. I don’t need anyone. But what if that fierce independence—the “lone wolf” mindset—is actually what’s keeping you from healing? In this episode, author and subconscious-reprogramming coach Allison K. Dagney exposes the hidden cost of trying to heal alone. You’ll learn why isolation keeps your nervous system in survival mode, how hyper-independence is a trauma response, and what happens w...
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Self-Improvement
Education,
Society & Culture,
Health & Fitness,
Mental Health,
Relationships
Episodes (20/190)
Be A Better You
Episode 188: The Lone Wolf Trap & Why Healing In Isolation Isn't Working
Send us a text After emotional abuse, solitude can feel like safety. You tell yourself, I’m fine on my own. I don’t need anyone. But what if that fierce independence—the “lone wolf” mindset—is actually what’s keeping you from healing? In this episode, author and subconscious-reprogramming coach Allison K. Dagney exposes the hidden cost of trying to heal alone. You’ll learn why isolation keeps your nervous system in survival mode, how hyper-independence is a trauma response, and what happens w...
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23 hours ago
36 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 187: The Hidden Costs of Emotional Abuse
Send us a text The wounds of emotional abuse aren’t always visible. Survivors often carry scars that the outside world can’t see—feelings of isolation, anxiety, self-doubt, and the deep loss of identity. These are the hidden costs of emotional abuse, and they are just as damaging as physical violence. In this final episode of the Domestic Violence Awareness Month series, Allison K. Dagney—survivor, author, and subconscious reprogramming expert—shines a light on the long-term impacts of abuse ...
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1 week ago
15 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 186: The Cycle That Keeps You Hooked: Love Bombing & Trauma Bonds
Send us a text “Why didn’t you just leave?” It’s the question survivors of abuse hear the most—and the one that causes the deepest shame. The truth is, leaving an abusive relationship isn’t simple. The reason is something called the cycle of abuse and trauma bonding. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Allison K. Dagney—survivor, author, and subconscious reprogramming expert—explains why survivors feel trapped even when they want to escape. In this episode, you’ll learn: The ...
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 185: Unusual Signs of Emotional Abuse You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Send us a text Most people think abuse has to be physical or obvious to “count.” The truth? Some of the most damaging forms of emotional abuse are subtle, confusing, and hard to explain—yet they leave deep scars. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Allison K. Dagney—survivor, author, and subconscious reprogramming expert—exposes the lesser-known tactics of abuse that rarely get talked about: The intrusive stare that silently intimidatesNegging and backhanded compliments that chip a...
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3 weeks ago
14 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 184B: Proof That Healthy Relationships Do Exist with Michelle Lentz
Send us a text When you’ve lived through emotional abuse, the very idea of a healthy, loving relationship can feel like a fantasy. Maybe you’ve never experienced respect, true friendship, or kindness in a partner. Maybe you’ve been told—through words or through wounds—that love is supposed to be hard, painful, or disappointing. And maybe you secretly believe that happy marriages are reserved for other people, not for you. That’s exactly why I invited Michelle W. Lentz, author of Hey Beginner ...
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3 weeks ago
49 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 184: Gaslighting, Coercive Control and Minimization
Send us a text October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and in this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, Allison K. Dagney—survivor, author, and subconscious reprogramming expert—pulls back the curtain on 3 key ways emotional abuse presents itself. Emotional abuse isn’t always screaming, yelling, or physical violence. More often, it shows up as gaslighting, coercive control, minimization, and subtle psychological manipulation that makes you question your worth, your memory, and even your ...
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4 weeks ago
24 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 183: Navigating High-Conflict Divorce: Strategies to Protect Your Peace & Power with Chantal Contorines
Send us a text Going through a high-conflict divorce can feel overwhelming, isolating, and downright scary. In this rapid-fire episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host Allison K. Dagney sits down with Certified Divorce Coach Chantal Contorines to answer the toughest questions women face when divorcing a high-conflict personality. You’ll learn: How to recognize high-conflict behaviors and protect yourselfThe biggest mistakes to avoid in communication and co-parentingWhy documentation and bound...
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1 month ago
52 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 182: Mini Series 4: Why You Should Be Angry About It
Send us a text Do you feel guilty for being angry about what happened to you? Survivors of emotional abuse are often told to “forgive and forget,” or they fear that expressing anger will make them just like their abuser. But here’s the truth: your anger is not only valid—it’s necessary for healing. In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host and subconscious reprogramming expert Allison K. Dagney explains why anger is a healthy, protective emotion and not a sign of being “stuck.” You’ll ...
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1 month ago
26 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 181: Mini Series 3: Why You Shouldn't Have Left Sooner
Send us a text Do you beat yourself up with the thought, “I should’ve left sooner”? Survivors of emotional abuse often live with deep regret, believing they wasted years or failed themselves and their children by staying too long. But here’s the truth: you couldn’t have left any earlier—because your brain and nervous system were working to keep you alive. In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host and subconscious reprogramming expert Allison K. Dagney explains the real science behind w...
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1 month ago
29 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 180: Mini Series 2: Why You Couldn't Have Known Better
Send us a text Do you replay your past and think, “I should’ve known better”? Survivors of emotional abuse often torture themselves with regret, believing they failed by not recognizing the truth sooner. But here’s the reality: you couldn’t have known better at the time—because abuse clouds judgment, rewires the brain, and makes survival feel safer than clarity. In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host and subconscious reprogramming expert Allison K. Dagney explains why survivors carr...
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1 month ago
19 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 179: Mini Series 1: Why You Shouldn't Have Seen The Signs
Send us a text Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I should’ve seen the signs of abuse”? If you’ve been replaying your past and blaming yourself for not noticing the red flags, this episode will bring you relief and clarity. The truth is, you couldn’t have known—because abusers hide the warning signs on purpose. In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host and subconscious reprogramming expert Allison K. Dagney explains why survivors of emotional abuse aren’t meant to spot the red flags...
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1 month ago
19 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 178: Struggling With Indecision & How to Build Self Trust
Send us a text Struggling to make decisions after emotional abuse? You’re not alone. Survivors often face crippling self-doubt, fear of making the “wrong” choice, and the exhausting cycle of second-guessing themselves. In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host and subconscious reprogramming expert Allison K. Dagney explains why survivors get stuck in indecision, how abuse wires the brain to fear choice, and the exact steps you can take to rebuild self-trust. You’ll hear real client and...
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2 months ago
42 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 177: Self Love Hack: A Powerful and Quick Manifestation Trick
Send us a text Today's episode gives you a quick hack towards Self Love! If you've struggled with showing or feeling love for yourself, this trick can help you. It uses a fun visualization exercise you can do anywhere anytime to help strengthen your brain towards feeling love toward yourself. Let me know what you think after you try it out! To learn more about how to put self-love into practice, check out the I'm Worthy Immersion Program + Voxer Support for only $222.00! You will get 7 self p...
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2 months ago
16 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 176: Why Nothing Changes When You're Trying So Hard
Send us a text Are you working so hard to heal but still feel stuck in the same painful cycles? In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, Allison breaks down why nothing changes when you’re “trying so hard.” You’ll learn why affirmations, journaling, and willpower don’t fix the root cause, and how your subconscious mind is wired to repeat old patterns — making you feel defeated, broken, or like you’ll never move forward. Allison shares real examples of the beliefs that keep women trap...
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2 months ago
27 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 175: Creating Peaceful Co-Parenting with Maria Natapov
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Maria Natapov, step-parenting and co-parenting coach, and facilitator of the BeH2O® framework, to explore how parents can work together — even after separation — to give their children the best chance to thrive. Maria shares practical, foundational communication strategies to help you collaborate with your child’s other parent, reduce conflict, and create an environment where your kids feel safe, supported, and free from stress. She touches on t...
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2 months ago
56 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 174: The Hidden Impacts of Emotional Abuse — And Why You Don’t Have to Live With Them Forever
Send us a text Are you struggling with the hidden effects of emotional abuse — like chronic fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, or constant overthinking? In this episode, Allison shares how emotional abuse impacts the body, memory, and relationships long after the abuse ends, and why it’s not your fault. You’ll learn how trauma gets stored in the nervous system, why symptoms like insomnia, headaches, and poor focus are so common for survivors, and most importantly, how you can begin to heal. This ep...
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2 months ago
28 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 173: Two Women. Two Stories. One Message: You Can Heal.
Send us a text In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Allison and Laura open up about their journeys through — and out of — narcissistic and emotional abuse. Laura Richards is an international podcaster, #1 bestselling author, and speaker dedicated to empowering women worldwide. Through her acclaimed podcast That’s Where I’m At and bestselling book Married To A “Nice” Guy: Getting Over Narcissistic Abuse, Laura shares her recovery from a 32-year marriage to a narcissist. Her missi...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

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Episode 172: Why You Can't Stop Worrying and 4 Steps to Stop
Send us a text If you constantly feel anxious, overthink every outcome, or worry about the people you love as a way to “keep them safe,” this episode is for you. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the truth about chronic worry—how it shows up in your nervous system, how it forms as a subconscious coping mechanism after emotional abuse, and why it becomes a deeply ingrained habit that’s hard to break. I’ll also explain how worry often disguises itself as love, responsibility, or preparedness—...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 171: 10 Signs You Were The Mirror Not The Partner
Send us a text In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down 10 signs that you weren’t actually seen or loved in your past relationship—you were used as a mirror for someone else’s wounds. If you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse, especially at the hands of a covert or malignant narcissist, this will give you language for the confusion and emotional exhaustion you felt. We’ll explore how narcissists project their deepest insecurities onto their partners by accusing you of what they’re doing, pu...
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3 months ago
56 minutes

Be A Better You
Episode 170: The Dangers of Agreeable AI and How To Use it to Help Not Harm
Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving into something that’s not talked about enough: the dark side of using AI as your go-to for emotional advice, relationship reflection, and healing support. While artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool for self-awareness and growth, it can also quietly reinforce unhealthy patterns, especially if you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, or are healing after divorce. The truth is, AI is only as powerful as the prompts you ...
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3 months ago
25 minutes

Be A Better You
Send us a text After emotional abuse, solitude can feel like safety. You tell yourself, I’m fine on my own. I don’t need anyone. But what if that fierce independence—the “lone wolf” mindset—is actually what’s keeping you from healing? In this episode, author and subconscious-reprogramming coach Allison K. Dagney exposes the hidden cost of trying to heal alone. You’ll learn why isolation keeps your nervous system in survival mode, how hyper-independence is a trauma response, and what happens w...